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Mazus pumilio

Mazus pumilio, Swamp Mazus

Mazus pumilio, commonly known as Swamp Musk, is a creeping, herbaceous perennial that forms thick patches of green leaves. It typically grows to only 10 cm tall and 50 cm wide and produces single, white and purple flowers during spring. Mazus pumilio is an unusual plant that can be grown in a container, used as a groundcover, planted beside water features, or used to under-plant larger plants.

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The average plant height is 5 cm
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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Perennials
Height:5 cm
Spread:50 cm
Flowering time:Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:Wet
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asMazus pumilio, Swamp Mazus
Sku11907

Mazus pumilio Details

Mazus pumilio, commonly known as Swamp Musk, is a creeping, herbaceous perennial that forms thick patches of green leaves. It typically grows to only 10 cm tall and 50 cm wide and produces single, white and purple flowers during spring. This plant grows best in full sun or semi-shade conditions along the fringes of wet or swampy areas. It will grow well in better soils provided they are not allowed to dry out. Mazus pumilio is an unusual plant that can be grown in a container, used as a groundcover, planted beside water features, or used to under-plant larger plants.

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